Regulatory News from 2024
ISED Active ConsultationsInnovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) is currently holding open consultations on three different topics. »read more
Annual Winter closing at IB-Lenhardt AG 2024Due to the Holiday season, we will close our office from 20 December and return on 2 January 2025. »read more
New Type Approval Regulation & Increase of TAC ValidityThe ATT has recently published a new Regulatory Resolution. One of its key updates is the increase in Type Approval validity from 5 years to 10 years. »read more
Increase of VNTA TAC approval feesVietnamese certification fees will increase in accordance with Decision No. 213 /QĐ-TTĐLCL, published on October 18, 2024. »read more
ACMA: 8 Active Proposal ConsultationsThe Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is currently conducting eight consultations on various proposals. »read more
ECC Consultation: MFCN and Antenna System UpdatesThe ECC (Electronic Communications Committee) has opened 2 new consultations, open until December 20, 2024. »read more
Update on ISO Certificate and Sample Submission RequirementsType Approval certificates will become invalid, if corresponding ISO certificates should expire. Sample submission requirements have also increased. »read more
MIC Updates UHF Testing StandardThe newly introduced standard "QCVN 100:2024/BTTTT", outlined in Circular No. 13/2024/TT-BTTTT, will regulate UHF devices beginning January 1, 2025. »read more
Malawi LabellingThe MACRA labelling consultation, which closed on November 15, has concluded without any new changes at this time. »read more
New Guidelines on the Use of License Exempt Spectrum BandsThe Eswatini Communications Commission (ESCCOM), has recently published new Guidelines on the Use of License Exempt Spectrum Bands. »read more
MIC issues press release about TPMS and RKE systemsThe MIC has announced plans for frequency alignment of TPMS and RKE systems in a press release dated November 12, 2024. »read more
The ECC opens up a new wave of Public ConsultationsThe ECC (Electronic Communications Committee) has opened 9 new consultations, open until December 16,2024. »read more
Public Consultation on 71-76 GHz, and 81-86 GHz rangeThe MIC is holding a public consultation titled "Radio Frequency Channel Allocation Planning for Fixed Service in the 71-76 GHz and 81-86 GHz range". »read more
ACMA Open Consultations: Key Proposals and VariationsThe Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is currently holding three public consultations. »read more
New Details on MACRA LabelingMACRA is currently holding a consultation on their new “Terms and Conditions of a Type Approval Grant,”.
Labelling is a key feature of the Draft. »read more
FCC Mandates Hearing Aid Compatibility for All Mobile PhonesOn October 17, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission adopted new rules requiring all mobile handsets to be compatible with hearing aids. »read more
ECC Opens Public Consultation on Spectrum & InterferenceThe ECC (Electronic Communications Committee) is currently holding public consultation on 3 items. »read more
Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) officially adoptedThe European Union passed the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) on 10 October 2024 to strengthen the cybersecurity of connected devices. »read more
TATT Open ConsultationThe Telecommunications authority in Trinidad & Tobago (TATT) has opened a public consultation on it's spectrum plan, starting October 1,2024. »read more
IFT Labeling Update in MexicoOn October 2, the IFT published changes to its guidelines for the use of the IFT seal and label on telecommunications and broadcasting devices. »read more
Open Consultation on ANSI C63.2-2023 and ANSI C63.10a-2024ISED opens consultation on the adoption of ANSI C63.2-2023 and ANSI C63.10a-2024, until November 29, 2024. »read more
NCC Updates Labeling GuidelinesThe NCC has published the "Type Approval Business Rules", which supplement the "New Type Approval Regulations, 2024" published at the beginning of the year. »read more
TRC Reduces Type Approval Certificate ValidityThe Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) of Jordan has shortened certificate validity and updated labelling requirements. »read more
ANATEL Enforces Certificate Renewal ConditionsANATEL will no longer accept renewals for a certificate of conformity, which has expired for more than six months. »read more
Japan MIC Launches Consultation on 433 MHz BandJapan’s MIC has opened a public consultation on technical requirements for tire pressure monitors and keyless entry in the 433 MHz band, until Oct 7, 2024. »read more
Bluetooth SIG Unveils Bluetooth 6.0The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) has announced the release of Bluetooth® Core Specification version 6.0, introducing several key updates aimed at improving connectivity and operational efficiency. »read more
Public Consultation on 67-71 GHz band in MexicoIFT launches public consultation on the conditions for the 67-71 GHz band. The consultation ends on September 20, 2024. »read more
New Regulation in China for Wireless Charging DevicesChina's new regulation for wireless charging devices defines specific frequency bands and power limits, impacting products like Apple’s 15W chargers. Compliance is mandatory by September 2024, without needing SRRC approval. »read more
Qatar ceases 3G services by end 2025The CRA has announced the discontinuation of 3G mobile services by 2025-12-31. »read more
Upcoming end of Transitional Period of RSS-102 Issue 6The transitional period of RSS-102, Issue 6, which was released on December 15, 2023, is approaching it’s 12 month transition period. »read more
Minor Type Approval Delays, due to Holiday celebrationsThe upcoming Independence Day celebrations in Vietnam will lead to slight delays in the type approval process. »read more
ANATEL: Public Consultation No. 36/2024ANATEL has opened a Public Consultation, on the restriction of 2G and 3G certification for the purpose of transitioning to 4G and 5G Technology. »read more
Transition to a new SRD Regulation, effective nowThe MCIT has revoked the old SRD Regulation "PERDIRJEN SDPPI NO 161/2019". It will be replaced by a new standard "KEPMEN KOMINFO NO 260/2024" »read more
Tanzania SRD Standard updateThe TCRA has recently updated its Short Range Device specifications. »read more
Open Consultation on RSS-248 Issue 3The ISED (Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada) has opened up draft RSS-248, Issue 3 for public discussion. »read more
Potential Type Approval Delays, due to nationwide protestsOngoing protests, set to last for a period of 10 days, may negatively impact Type Approval timelines. »read more
Oman Announces Key Regulatory ChangesOman will implement new regulations, including increased fees and updated certificate validity, starting August 21, 2024. »read more
Release of RSS-123, Issue 5ISED has published on July, 26, 2024, RSS-123, Issue 5 “Licensed Wireless Microphones”, replacing previous RSS-123, Issue 4. »read more
The MoE updates it’s EMC and Safety Import Check Up ProcessThe Ministry of Economy (MoE), will perform random compliance examinations for Safety and EMC, during import. Starting July 7, 2024 »read more
ACMA open consultationsThe Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has launched several public consultations. »read more
Mexico: Upcoming Summer Break at IFTThe Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones (IFT), will be closed, due to upcoming holidays. »read more
MACRA hints at Labeling IntroductionMACRA has announced plans to implement the new type approval regulations. The introduction of labeling has also been hinted at. »read more
ISED has published Issue 11 of RSS-210ISED has published the Radio Standards Specification RSS-210, Issue 11, which has updated the legal text of a wide array of radio equipment. »read more
ISED announces 5-Day Spectra ShutdownISED will shut down its Spectra system from June 20 to June 24. »read more
Open consultation on upper 6 GHz bandThe ACMA is currently conducting a public consultation for the upper 6 GHz band (6425-7125 MHz). »read more
Type approval delays possible due to Eid-al-Adha 2024Expect delays as agency staff may not be contactable, due to upcoming Eid-al-Adha celebrations. Argentina will also experience minor delays. »read more
Consultation for National Frequency Allocation TableThe IFT has opened a public consultation on the preliminary Draft Agreement to modify the National Frequency Allocation Table. »read more
Anatel: Open Consultation for 6 GHz Access PointsAnatel has recently opened a public consultation on a regulation update, relating to Access Points, in the range of 5925-7125 MHz. »read more
Indonesia Label Regulation UpdateNew label requirements in Indonesia, mandate the addition of a warning sign on both, the device and packaging. »read more
Qatar: Public Consultation on Class License for Short Range DevicesCRA (The Communications Regulatory Authority) has opened up consultation for the updated Class License for SRD. »read more
Publishment of RSS-295 Issue IThe ISED (Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada) has published RSS-295 Issue 1. »read more
NFC Tests: IBL-Lab Introduces State-of-the-Art EquipmentThe team at IBL-Lab is pleased to announce the arrival of state-of-the-art test equipment from Comprion, which will usher in a new era of precision and efficiency in our test processes. »read more
China: Notice of Provisions on RFID EquipmentThe Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has notified about provisions on RFID Equipment in the 900 MHz Band. »read more
China: Notice of Provisions on UWB EquipmentThe Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has notified about provisions on Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Equipment. »read more
MIC Vietnam Releases Circular 02/2024TT-BTTTTThe Ministry of Information and Communications in Vietnam has published a new Circular, "Circular 02/2024/TT-BTTTT". Effective, May 15, 2024. »read more
RATEL Serbia: New Rulebook on Radio EquipmentRATEL Serbia released new Rulebook on Radio Equipment allowing the CE Marking and CE DoC for demonstrating compliance starting 2027. »read more
Wi-Fi 7 Update from RRA KoreaNational Radio Research Authority make notice for Wi-Fi 7 conformity assessments and test methods. »read more
SDPPI Indonesia Implementing SAR Head RulesSDPPI introduces the limitation of the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) for cell phones and tablets in the regulation "Kepmen Kominfo Nomor 177 Tahun 2024". »read more
Slight Type Approval Delays, due to Holiday SeasonMany countries will experience, due to holidays such as “Easter” or “Eid ad-Fitr”, slight approval or testing delays. »read more
Short Easter break at IB-Lenhardt AG 2024Our offices will be temporarily closed during the Easter vacation from March 29 to April 1. »read more
ENACOM authorizes Satellite Internet ProviderENACOM has authorized OneWEB, Starlink and Amazon Kuiper to provide satellite Internet services in Argentina, expanding connectivity options beyond mobile and fiber. »read more
Type Approval Delays for Guinea expectedThe authority in Guinea (ARTP) has initiated the process of dematerializing and digitizing its type approval. Delays are to be expected. »read more
SIRIM: Trademark authorization letters, to be replaced by IP FormsSIRIM, has announced the replacement of the "trademark authorization letter", by the newly introduced "Intellectual Property (IP) Form". »read more
Addition of Advanced Mobile Location (AML) Feature TestingThe TDRA has expanded the mandatory tests for cell phones to include advanced mobile location (AML) testing. »read more
NBTC: Public Hearing on Acceptance of EN 303 687 StandardThe NBTC in Thailand has launched a public consultation on the adoption of the ETSI EN 303 687 standard for the frequency range between 5.725 and 6.425 GHz. »read more
Publication of ICES-Gen issue 2The ISED "Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada" has published "ICES-Gen, issue 2". on February 23, 2024. »read more
NCC Updates Low Power Radio Frequency Equipment RegulationApproval of low power devices within 5.945 GHz to 6.425 GHz is now possible. »read more
Open Consultation on RSS-210, Issue 11The ISED has opened up the draft RSS-210, Issue 11 for public discussion until May 3, 2024. »read more
Open Consultation on RSS-295 Issue IThe ISED (Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada) has opened up discussion on RSS-295 Issue 1. »read more
ECC Public ConsultationThe ECC (Electronic Communications Committee) has opened public consultation on 5 items. »read more
Mexico Label UpdateThe IFT (Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones) has announced a labeling update, which will be effective October 10, 2024. »read more
Introduction of a Labeling Requirement in TanzaniaThe TRCA (Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority) has published, in November 2023, new guidelines on Type Approval. »read more
Type Approval Delays in ArgentinaArgentinian Type Approval certificates may experience, due to a recent government change, further delay. »read more
New Standard for Short Range Devices (9 kHz to 25 MHz)Circular QCVN 55: 2023/BTTTT replaces QCVN 55:2011/BTTTT starting from July 1, 2024. »read more
Update of South Korea's Conformity Assessment RegulationThe National Radio Research Agency (RRA) has updated the Broadcast & Communication equipment's Conformity Assessment Regulation. »read more
Bocra informs about official Type Approval Exemptions"Bocra" informs that they will issue official Type Approval Exemptions, re-application for already exempted products will be possible. »read more
Cease of 3G support in SingaporeThe IMDA has stated the cease of 3G support till 31 July 2024. Additionally, a mobile phone requirements proposal has been issued. »read more
Update for BT & WIFI Renewals requiredThe 2 year transitional period of regulation "129" (introduced in 2021), has run out. BT & WIFI renewals will therefore need to be updated accordingly. »read more
Introduction of a 5 year validityEffective immediately, certificates in Trinidad and Tobago will be limited to a 5 year period. »read more